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60 after school babysitters are listed in Westbrook, ME
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 7 years
After school babysitters in Westbrook, ME
4.6
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
About Me
Hi! My name is Danessa D., and I'm a 22-year-old college student at Southern New Hampshire University, studying Education with a minor in Psychology. With over 10 years of experience caring for children from 2 months to 12 years old, I'm passionate about creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment.
I'm CPR and...
Danessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Danessa was wonderful with our two sons, ages 11 & 10. She played games with them and made them lunch. We will hire her again."
Rachel K.
Cassandra M.
Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Grad Student With Lots Of Newborn And Childcare Experience!
5.0
(3)
I am a grad student at USM, looking to nanny in my free time! I am a trained midwife, yoga teacher, and postpartum doula. I have a lot of newborn care experience, as well as a range of other ages, and I also have experience working with children with special needs and/or disabilities. I have been babysitting and nannying since I...
Cassandra can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cassandra is not only capable in the logistical and practical sense -- punctual, polite, generous, and knowledgeable -- she is also an intuitive and kind individual who truly cares for how children feel. She took care of both our daughters (and let's be honest, us...
Alana D.
Jada W.
Portland, ME
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter With 21 Years Experience Looking For New Families To Work With!
4.9
(43)
Hired by 66 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have 23 years of experience caring for children in center based environments (ages 6 weeks-5 years), individually as a nanny (several of those years have been spent as an infant/toddler nanny), through evening and weekend babysitting jobs with children ages 2 weeks-17 years, doing overnights with various ages, doing...
Jada can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jada was excellent with our son. We hired her on short notice for a week of childcare when another nanny cancelled on us. Jada arrived on time, communicated really well throughout the week, and our son loved playing with her - he was crawling right to her after...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 36 years old. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 10 years old. When I was younger I took the babysitting course through Red Cross, I got certified as a lifeguard and I also took the Certified Nursing Assistant course a few years back. After exploring many options I finally decided that being a teacher was what I...
Jami can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Early Education
5.0
"Jami is AMAZING with infants, toddlers and older children. She is so loving, kind, funny, outgoing and our one year old took to her immediately. She is well-versed in all things baby, including getting babies to sleep, eat and get comfortable being around other...
Emily H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I began babysitting around age 13, and have loved working with kids ever since. I have extensive experience working as a camp counselor, teacher, and mentor. One of my favorite experiences working with children was at an elementary school as a tutor. I am happy to help with homework, housework, pick-ups from school, and am...
Elena can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Elena was a great sitter! I would absolutely hire her again."
Todd W.
Leah S.
Gorham, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Leah and I am 27 years old. I am one of 9 children so I am used to taking care of kids. I have been babysitting since I was 10 years old, I've worked in preschools caring for children of all ages. I have also been a nanny where I helped with homework, carpool and light housekeeping.
Leah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leah is wonderful! She babysat our two girls while we had a parents night out and did a great job. Our girls loved her, our dog loved her, and she even emptied our dishwasher for us! Would absolutely hire her again."
Erin G.
Cora L.
South Portland, ME
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Cora. I am from South Portland, Maine. I'm one of four children in my family and started babysitting when I was 15 years old. I worked at my fathers restaurant for 19 years and learned lots of valuable skills that have helped me in my babysitting. I'm very outgoing, organized, and responsible. I enjoy hiking,...
Cora can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"My kids love Cora! She's come twice to babysit them, and they've asked when she'll come back. Both times, Cora arrived on time, with lots of energy, creativity, and good cheer. She drew a hopscotch on the driveway that literally had 100 boxes on it, because the...
Valerie T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am worked as a nanny in the Falmouth, Maine area for over 20 years. I have experience with children of all ages. I very much enjoy children and bring an outgoing personality.
Angela can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"I can't say enough wonderful things about Angie. I have FOUR small children, 6, 4 and twin 2 year olds. It's not easy to get thrown in to that mix, but not only are the kids excited to see her, but the house is immaculate, the kids are in pajamas and happy and...
Rachel M.
Mazie L.
Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5 Years Of Experience, College Graduate; Majors Were EDUC + Women Studies, Minor Was Child Advocacy.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
After graduating from high school in 2018, I ventured to Burlington, VT, for a year of university before taking a hiatus from college. During this year, I immersed myself in teaching English at a community resource center in Buenos Aires, Argentina. As the head volunteer, I crafted daily lesson plans and engaging activities...
Mazie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Mazie looked after our 6m old boy and our 5.5 yo daughter for a week while we were in Portland, Maine. She was excellent with the kids and a pleasure to have around the house. Highly recommend!!"
Ryan F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently looking for supplemental caregiving opportunities starting at the end of August 2023. These would include a part-time weekly schedule (M/W/F), weekday night care, and all-day or nightly weekend care. I'm very flexible and readily available!
I started being a mother's aide and babysitter at 13 years old. Since then...
Charlotte can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Charlotte was lovely to work with during our vacation on Martha's Vineyard. She was at ease with us as parents -- and with my two kids. She did a great job during the day hanging out with them and then brilliantly managed an upset baby during our date night. Our...
Alexandra H.
Corrine R.
Cumberland Center, ME
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!!! My name is Corrine and I am 20 years old. I have over 2 years of infant child care experience but I am open to watching kids of an age! I love kids and how their minds are constantly craving a new adventure or thinking of something new they want to try and would love to help support them and grow with them in this stage...
Corrine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hired her last minute. So good with my kids, she’s a child mind reader I tell you! Best child watcher!!"
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Kendall D.
Portland, ME
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Creative Sitter With Teaching Experience Seeking Full Or Part-time Work!
- 10+ years providing child care (infants, special needs, multiples)
- 2+ years as Montessori teaching assistant, sub, after school care (ages 2-13)
- CPR and first aid certified
- Fluent in French
Hello! My name is Kendall and I've been caring for children for 10 years. I started out as an in-class partner/tutor for younger...
Kendall can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Caitlin H.
Portland, ME
$16-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in childcare since 2017 in various capacities including as a camp counselor, before and after school caregiver, inpatient pediatric psychiatric technician, special needs preschool education technician, and as a babysitter for local families.
I enjoy adapting to each child's needs and special interests and...
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello my name is Suzanne, but I go by my nick name Charley. I have always loved being around children. My experience ranges from care of cousins as infants, working an after school program with 80+ children, working a summer rec with children, to babysitting. I am CPR certified for children. I am trained in playground / play...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Greetings!
I have worked with children all of ages, first through volunteering and then as a Recreation Programmer for the City of Portland at various elementary schools. I am the Recreation Supervisor for the City of Portland's Before and After the Bell program along with our Summer Camp Venture program. I love being a positive...
Raechel can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Jadyn E.
Portland, ME
$18-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have volunteered and worked for a before/after school as well as summer camp program for 3 years with children ranging from 6-12. I also babysit occasionally for family friends of their children who at the youngest were 3 months
Jadyn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Madelyn L.
Scarborough, ME
$17/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Maddie and I am a Sophomore at the University of Rhode Island. I started working with children at 14 years old and since then I have worked at summer camps, daycares, after school programs, and dance studios! I absolutely adore working with kids and although I will not be pursuing it as a career I would love to...
Hello! I'm a teacher who is looking for a nanny / babysitting job after school and on weekends. I have lots of experience as a teacher, swim instructor, and camp counselor. I am also CPR/FA certified.
I'd describe my personality as creative, empathetic, and organized.
I started working with kids when I was 16 years old...
Hi! I have 9 years of experience as a babysitter, camp counselor, and outdoor educator and one year of experience as an after-school instructor. I am an artist- I love drawing and doing crafts with kids! I also love animals and nature! I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, snacks, schoolwork, and grocery shopping.
Sophie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am Venezuelan, I have been living in the country for five years. In my country, I am a Business Administrator, I do not speak English, only Spanish, I would like the opportunity to work with children again. When I arrived here, I worked as a babysitter for almost five years.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Westbrook, ME
Danessa D.
5.0
I hired Danessa for part-time babysitting in October and still use her when I can. She babysits my 3 year old, and also helps with rides for my 12 and 14 year old.
Danessa is an absolute joy. She is energetic and so playful with my toddler. It's hard to find someone who really plays with the kids,...
- Care member
Cassandra M.
5.0
Cassandra is not only capable in the logistical and practical sense -- punctual, polite, generous, and knowledgeable -- she is also an intuitive and kind individual who truly cares for how children feel. She took care of both our daughters (and let's be honest, us as new parents!) at varying stages...
- Alana D.
Jada W.
5.0
Jada was excellent with our son. We hired her on short notice for a week of childcare when another nanny cancelled on us. Jada arrived on time, communicated really well throughout the week, and our son loved playing with her - he was crawling right to her after day 2. We’re excited to work with...
- Care member
Jami D.
5.0
Jami provided care for our 2-year-old daughter these past few months, and she was nothing short of amazing. She is communicative, flexible, supportive, and highly professional. She kept our daughter engaged in a wide variety of developmentally appropriate activities each day and was extremely...
- Care member
Elena K.
5.0
Elena was a great sitter! I would absolutely hire her again.
- Todd W.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Westbrook, ME
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Westbrook, ME?
You can review 9 after school babysitter profiles near you in Westbrook, ME to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Westbrook, ME?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Westbrook, ME is $21.44. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Westbrook, ME?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Westbrook, ME on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Westbrook, ME to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Westbrook, ME can really come in handy.
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Ratings for Westbrook, ME after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
After School Babysitters in Westbrook, ME are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.